The Catalyst Fund

The Catalyst Fund, powered by Catalyst Recruiter, specializes in equity investments for recruiting and staffing firms because we live and breathe this industry every day. Our team has built, scaled, and exited multiple agencies, giving us unmatched insight into what drives profitable growth—whether it’s optimizing margins in temp staffing, deploying AI for faster placements, or expanding into high-demand niches like tech or healthcare. We don’t just write checks; we open doors to enterprise clients, share proprietary playbooks, and connect founders with top operators who’ve done it before.

Partner with us and skip the friends-and-family round—raise from investors who actively help you win. We co-develop go-to-market strategies, refine unit economics, and accelerate revenue through our embedded network of CHROs and procurement leaders. Portfolio companies consistently hit milestones faster, secure larger contracts, and attract follow-on capital because our capital comes with real industry leverage. If you’re building the future of staffing, Catalyst Fund is the partner that turns expertise into your unfair advantage.Add specific success storiesExplore AI staffing trendsMake it more persuasive

The Only Recruiting Focused Investors

We invest in recruiting and staffing companies because we love them.

Not only do we offer terms that make sense and that align with your growth, but we have expertise that can be helpful along the way.

Contact us below to see if your business is a fit for the Catalyst Fund.

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How does Catalyst differ from traditional recruiting agencies?
Catalyst isn’t an agency—it’s your launchpad. Unlike traditional firms that take fee splits and impose rules, we provide the legal, tech, and operational infrastructure for you to run your own independent firm. You keep 100% of your earnings and full control over your brand, clients, and growth.
What’s included in your “turnkey” platform?
We handle the back-end burdens: entity formation, contracts, payroll, ATS integration, and compliance. You get a ready-to-go business framework—so you can focus on placing talent, not paperwork. Think of it as enterprise-level support without the enterprise.
How quickly can I launch my firm?
We can have you fully launched within 3 weeks, including entity, branding, website, and launch.
Can I collaborate with other recruiters on Catalyst?
Absolutely. While you own your firm independently, our network lets you partner on projects, share referrals, or pool resources—all on your own terms. Autonomy doesn’t mean isolation.
What if I’ve never run a business before?
Our playbooks simplify everything: from setting rates to scaling. Plus, you’ll join a community of recruiters who’ve done it successfully. We’re proof that you don’t need an MBA—just hustle and the right partner.